NLSC Podcast

What kind of adult plays video games? As it turns out, a large majority of adults nowadays! This week, we're tackling the topic of gaming in adult life, and the stigma that still surrounds the hobby in 2026. We also react to a couple of very different articles on the matter, and our listeners weigh in with their opinions. Contrary to some prevailing stereotypes, it would seem that we all have a healthy approach to gaming! The post NLSC Podcast #649: Gaming in Adult Life appeared first on NLSC.

NBA 2K27 has been out for a few weeks now, and Derek has put almost 90 hours into the game. As such, this week he's providing his in-depth review of NBA 2K27, breaking down the positives and negatives of gameplay, modes, content, and features, and giving it a score out of ten. In this week's Community Question, our fellow gamers also share their thoughts on NBA 2K27 so far, along with their scores. The post NLSC Podcast #648: Dee Reviews NBA 2K27 appeared first on NLSC.

The use of generative AI in video game development is becoming a controversial issue. This week, we join the community in discussing how generative AI could potentially be used to enhance basketball video games, as well as some of the known drawbacks of the technology. We also react to the forthcoming implementation of microtransactions in NBA The Run, and recap a fun session of Blacktop in NBA 2K27. The post NLSC Podcast #647: AI in Game Development appeared first on NLSC.

NBA 2K27 is out now for everyone, meaning that more gamers have had a chance to get their hands on this year's release. To that end, this week we join the community in sharing some further impressions of NBA 2K27 - both positive and negative - covering gameplay, modes, and content. We also react to some reviews on Steam that seem rather fishy, as well as a couple that are definitely amusing to read. The post NLSC Podcast #646: What Gamers Are Saying About NBA 2K27 appeared first on NLSC.

It's that time of the year again! NBA 2K27 is now available via Early Access for gamers who pre-ordered one of the special editions, and we're among those who have already played it ahead of its full launch on September 4th. To that end, this week we're sharing our first hands-on impressions of NBA 2K27, breaking down the positives and negatives so far. Our listeners also weigh in with their thoughts in this week's community question. The post NLSC Podcast #645: NBA 2K27 First Impressions appeared first on NLSC.